As the publisher of the American Journal of Health Behavior, PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited is committed to upholding the highest standards of publishing ethics. We outline our publishing ethics policy as follows:

Integrity and Originality: We expect authors to adhere to the principles of academic integrity and ensure that their submitted work represents original research. Plagiarism, fabrication, or any form of unethical data manipulation is strictly prohibited.

Authorship and Acknowledgments: All individuals who have made substantial contributions to the research should be listed as authors. It is the responsibility of the corresponding author to ensure that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript. Proper acknowledgment should be given to individuals or organizations that have contributed to the research but do not meet the criteria for authorship.

Peer Review Process: We employ a rigorous and fair peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of the published articles. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and are expected to provide unbiased, constructive, and timely evaluations. The identities of reviewers and authors are kept confidential during the review process.

Conflict of Interest: Authors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the research or its interpretation. This includes financial, professional, or personal relationships that could be perceived as biasing the results or conclusions.

Ethical Treatment of Human and Animal Subjects: Authors must comply with all applicable ethical guidelines and regulations when involving human or animal subjects in their research. Appropriate informed consent and approval from relevant ethics committees should be obtained, and any potential risks or harm to subjects should be minimized.

Data Integrity and Reproducibility: Authors should provide accurate and transparent reporting of their research methodology, data, and analysis. Raw data should be made available upon request, and authors should be prepared to provide clarifications or corrections if errors or inaccuracies are identified after publication.

Corrections and Retractions: In cases of errors, inaccuracies, or research misconduct, appropriate corrections or retractions will be promptly issued, following established guidelines and procedures.

Editorial Independence and Conflicts of Interest: PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited maintains editorial independence, ensuring that editorial decisions are based solely on the scientific merit of the research. We strive to prevent any conflicts of interest that could compromise the objectivity and integrity of the publishing process.

PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited is dedicated to promoting ethical conduct in research and publication. By adhering to these publishing ethics guidelines, we aim to foster integrity, credibility, and trust in the scientific community and the American Journal of Health Behavior.